Lake Hamilton School District

STAFF SHOUTOUT Each day, we will share a staff shoutout that's been received by the district. Each staff member that receives a staff shoutout submission receives a "staff shoutout card" with the message. You can submit a staff shoutout by clicking this link: https://lhsd.info/Staff-ShoutOuts Today, the staff shoutout is to Brian Lee at the high school: "I just want to say how much I appreciate Mr. Lee taking time to let parents of the virtual students know when they are getting behind so we can give them a push. This has been a tough year and I know it’s been hard on teachers too. Trying to learn from home by yourself had a lot of challenges for all. Again thank you for all you do!" - Ann Hill (LHHS Parent) #LHWolfNation

NOW HIRING | FOOD SERVICE WORKER Chartwells K12 is now hiring for 2 full-time food service worker positions for the Lake Hamilton School District. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance/AD, disability insurance, retirement plan, associate shopping program, health and wellness programs, and discount marketplace. Visit the link to apply: http://lhsd.info/Chartwells-Food-Service Contact Aaron Tipken, LHSD Director of Dining Services / Chartwells K12, for more information at aaron.tipken@lhwolves.net or 501.463.5414 #LHWolfNation

STAFF SHOUTOUT Each day, we will share a staff shoutout that's been received by the district. Each staff member that receives a staff shoutout submission receives a "staff shoutout card" with the message. You can submit a staff shoutout by clicking this link: https://lhsd.info/Staff-ShoutOuts Today, the staff shoutout is to Carol Rash at the middle school: "She helps me when I get stuck on a math problem. I love that we get to have her for Wolf Time on Thursdays because she is so nice to all of her students. She is the best teacher I could ever have!" - Makenzi Lynch (LHMS Student) #LHWolfNation

TRACK MEET CANCELED The junior high track meet scheduled for this afternoon at Lakeside has been canceled. #LHWolfNation

COVID SAFETY PROTOCOLS CONTINUE Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson announced today that he has lifted the state's mask mandate. At the March school board meeting, the possibility of this happening was discussed. For many reasons, it was recommended to continue all COVID-19 safety precautions through the end of the school year. The Lake Hamilton School District Board of Education will consider an official mask policy during the April board meeting. Until that time, the Lake Hamilton School District will continue its current practice of requiring teachers, students, and visitors to wear masks in all schools and district facilities. Social distancing will also be continued. Our COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including the mask mandate, have allowed us to keep our schools open. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released updated guidance stating proper mask-wearing may now prevent individuals from being identified as close contacts in K-12 schools that have implemented a mask mandate. This means that if both individuals at school – the person diagnosed with COVID-19 and the person exposed to the positive case – have masks on and are wearing them correctly, the individual exposed does not need to quarantine. Arkansas Department of Education Secretary, Johnny Key, announced today that Arkansas schools will follow the updated guidance released by the CDC. The updated guidance will have a significant impact on reducing the number of students who must quarantine and will be a serve as an additional incentive for proper mask-wearing. With the end of the school year less than ten weeks away, the Lake Hamilton School District will continue focusing on educating our students while maintaining a safe teaching and learning environment. It is our hope that #LHWolfNation supports our safety efforts in order to finish our school year strong.

STAFF SHOUTOUT Each day, we will share a staff shoutout that's been received by the district. Each staff member that receives a staff shoutout submission receives a "staff shoutout card" with the message. You can submit a staff shoutout by clicking this link: https://lhsd.info/Staff-ShoutOuts Today, the staff shoutout is to Shelly Wheeler at the junior high: "She is one of the main reasons I show up everyday and she makes her class fun! She’s super sweet and an amazing person!" - Shelby Book (LHJH Student) #LHWolfNation

WOLF WEEK NEWS: MARCH 29 - APRIL 3, 2021 Check out what's going on in #LHWolfNation this week: https://mailchi.mp/lhwolves/wolf-week-news-1755977

STAFF SHOUTOUT Each day, we will share a staff shoutout that's been received by the district. Each staff member that receives a staff shoutout submission receives a "staff shoutout card" with the message. You can submit a staff shoutout by clicking this link: https://lhsd.info/Staff-ShoutOuts Today, the staff shoutout is to Lauren Gilleran at the middle school: "My son Cade received the sweetest handwritten note of encouragement in the mailbox from Ms. Gilleran. It was just what he needed to get back to work after the break! This was so thoughtful and sweet! I also want to note that every time I listen in on a meet she is always upbeat, positive and encouraging. I know this has been a challenging semester for all teachers so thank you to ALL!" - Katy Slaten (LHMS Parent) #LHWolfNation

STAFF SHOUTOUT Each day, we will share a staff shoutout that's been received by the district. Each staff member that receives a staff shoutout submission receives a "staff shoutout card" with the message. You can submit a staff shoutout by clicking this link: https://lhsd.info/Staff-ShoutOuts Today, the staff shoutout is to Kathryn Winfrey at the primary school: "Ms. Winfrey has gone above and beyond this year for my son, Pierce, even with all the covid restrictions. We started kindergarten not knowing much and now he can write sentences and count past 100. It’s refreshing every morning seeing Pierce so excited to go to school and learn because he loves his teacher and the environment she creates for her students! We are so thankful for her this year! We love her!" - Taylor Parker (LHPS Parent) #LHWolfNation

STAFF SHOUTOUT Each day, we will share a staff shoutout that's been received by the district. Each staff member that receives a staff shoutout submission receives a "staff shoutout card" with the message. You can submit a staff shoutout by clicking this link: https://lhsd.info/Staff-ShoutOuts Today, the staff shoutout is to Cambell Wilson at the elementary school: "Ms. Wilson is such a great teacher! She makes learning fun and creative. You can tell she loves her class and has passion to always build her children up and help them learn in their own unique ways. It feels great when your kids come home and say they have such a awesome teacher and they love to go to school daily!" - Sarah Short (LHES Parent) #LHWolfNation

STAFF SHOUTOUT Each day, we will share a staff shoutout that's been received by the district. Each staff member that receives a staff shoutout submission receives a "staff shoutout card" with the message. You can submit a staff shoutout by clicking this link: https://lhsd.info/Staff-ShoutOuts Today, the staff shoutout is to Halie Brakefield at the primary school: "I cannot brag enough on Mrs. Brakefield. My child looks forward each week to Friday because he gets to go to library. She works hard to create fun, learning centers each week. He cannot wait to tell me every Friday what fun new book she read to them. I’m so thankful that she continues to grow his love for books. Thank you for all you do!" - Holli Hightower (LHPS Parent) #LHWolfNation

STAFF SHOUTOUT Each day, we will share a staff shoutout that's been received by the district. Each staff member that receives a staff shoutout submission receives a "staff shoutout card" with the message. You can submit a staff shoutout by clicking this link: https://lhsd.info/Staff-ShoutOuts Today, the staff shoutout is to Golden Puckett at New Horizons. "Words cannot express how thankful I am to work with Golden. She is always there when my students or I need her. Always going the extra mile. Golden comes to our room each day to make sure we are okay and asking how she can be a blessing. You are the true blessing. Thank for all you do for us! We appreciate you." - Mandy Jones (LH New Horizons Teacher) #LHWolfNation

SPRING BREAK All Lake Hamilton School District buildings and offices will be closed March 22 - 26 for spring break.  School will resume for students and staff on Monday, March 29, 2021. Enjoy your break #LHWolfNation! 

HISTORY CLUB COMPETES IN REGIONALS Lake Hamilton History Club students recently competed in their second National History Day (NHD) regional competition. Three students placed at regionals and received invitations to compete in the NHD State Competition: Aliyah Mairs and Claire Slaughter (1st), Lillian Halter (3rd). The NHD state competition will be held virtually on April 25, 2021. Congratulations to all of the following history club students for submitting projects to the regional competition: 8th graders Kynli Wheeler, Easton Smith, and Jake Spruill created a documentary about the Gutenberg Press and its role in the Protestant Reformation. 8th graders Aliyah Mairs and Claire Slaughter choreographed a performance about contemporary dance, and the effect it had on social changes. 8th graders Lillian Halter created a documentary that explores the psychology behind Hitler’s speeches, and his popularity in Germany before the war. 7th graders Mollie Margaret Gidcomb and Haddie Heard designed a unique exhibit titled. “Practical Threads: Expressing Women Empowerment Through Fashion.” 7th grader Abigail Cousins wrote a historical research paper about Amelia Bloomer’s newspaper publication and the role it played during the women’s suffrage movement. 8th graders Kaitlin Guthrie and Gabby Gilliam designed an exhibit board to showcase Anne Frank’s diary. 7th grader Krystiana Walker’s documentary covered Hamilton and Burr’s infamous duel. 7th grader Johnny Ward focused his research on the secret network and communication of the Underground Railroad (documentary). The history club's sponsor is Leah Graveley. #LHWolfNation

A.C.E. AWARD WINNERS FOR FEBRUARY Lake Hamilton Middle School has announced the students and staff selected for the February A.C.E. award. The students and staff were nominated by the LHMS faculty for exemplifying a great attitude, character, and enthusiasm for learning. 6th Grade: Donald "DJ" Wilson, Sarah Landrum 7th Grade: Makenzie Ruffin, Noah Stack Staff: Carol Rash, Angie Gray #LHWolfNation

STAFF SHOUTOUT Each day, we will share a staff shoutout that's been received by the district. Each staff member that receives a staff shoutout submission receives a "staff shoutout card" with the message. You can submit a staff shoutout by clicking this link: https://lhsd.info/Staff-ShoutOuts Today, the staff shoutout is to Holli Hightower at the primary school: "Mrs. Hightower has made this year great for my little boy. She has gone above and beyond to communicate with me and work with me on some issues my son has had this year. She is an amazing example of a teacher who truly cares about her students. My son absolutely loves her and looks forward to getting up and going to school every day. Mrs. Hightower deserves recognition for being an outstanding teacher!" - Veronica Wimberly (LHPS Parent) #LHWolfNation

SHARE YOUR REASON WHY Have you received the COVID-19 vaccine? If so - use our template (https://lhsd.info/COVID-Vaccine-Sign) to share your reason for being vaccinated! We'd love to share your reason with others on our social media sites! Upload a picture of yourself holding the sign at this link: https://lhsd.info/LHSD-Photo-Upload #LHWolfNation

FOOD SCIENCE EXPERIMENT Lake Hamilton High School students in Melody Gilleran's food safety and nutrition classes recently conducted a food science experiment that produced rainbows using food coloring in milk. Students demonstrated the property of surface tension and the effect a surfactant has on it. The students also analyzed the fat content of various milks and predicted the outcome of each milk based on their knowledge of how surfactants react to fats. #LHWolfNation

QUIZ BOWL HEADED TO STATE FINALS The Lake Hamilton High School quiz bowl team recently competed in the virtual 6A state tournament and qualified to face off against Russellville in the 6A championship game in April. The match will air on AETN with the date and time to be determined. Will Livingston, team captain, was the team's high-point player. Both Livingston and Wesley Bonner earned all-tournament honors. Team Picture (L-R): Wesley Bonner, Austin Barnes, Lilly McPherson, Harrison Carrouth, Madison Divine, Cade Martin, Madison Cole, and Will Livingston. The team is coached by Julie Mullings. #LHWolfNation

STAFF SHOUTOUT Each day, we will share a staff shoutout that's been received by the district. Each staff member that receives a staff shoutout submission receives a "staff shoutout card" with the message. You can submit a staff shoutout by clicking this link: https://lhsd.info/Staff-ShoutOuts Today, the staff shoutout is to Sabrina Shelton at the high school: "I wanted to say thank you from the bottom of my heart for loving my kids the way you do. I have never seen a teacher with a heart as big as yours for kids. That you, again, for being there. It means more than you know and it definitely doesn't go unnoticed." - Lori Morris (LHHS Parent) #LHWolfNation